Removing candle wax from your wooden table
Candle wax on a wooden table can be annoying, but it is usually easy to remove without damaging the surface. With Osmo cleaning and maintenance products, the wood remains cared for, nourished, and protected against new stains.

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How do you remove candle wax from a wooden table?
It can happen to the best of us: a cozy evening lit by candles results in drops of candle wax on your beautiful wooden table. Naturally, you want to remove the candle wax as quickly as possible. No need to worry! With tips from Osmo, you can easily restore your table to its original condition. Follow the step-by-step plan below to easily remove the candle wax from your wooden table using the Osmo Spray Cleaner.
Benefits of Spray Cleaner
- Effective cleaning
- Cleans without damaging the surface
- Protects and maintains the surface
- Easy to use
- Suitable for all wood types
Step-by-step plan: removing candle wax from your wooden table
Before you start with liquid cleaning, it is important to first carefully remove the candle wax. Use a plastic card, such as a membership card, for this. Gently scrape away the candle wax without damaging the wood. The goal is to remove as much candle wax as possible without leaving scratches on your wooden table.
After you have removed most of the candle wax from your wooden table, it is time for a thorough cleaning. The Osmo Spray-Cleaner is perfect for this. Not only does this cleaning agent easily remove candle wax from your wooden table, but it also contains a small amount of wax. This ensures that the wood is nourished and does not dry out during cleaning.
1. Before cleaning, it is important that crumbs and the easily removable candle wax are removed from the wooden table.
2. Spray the Spray-Cleaner onto the wooden table. The product does not need to be diluted with water.
3. Clean the surface with the Easy Pad Polishing Cloths and dry it with a lint-free cotton cloth.

Supplies for removing candle wax from your wooden table
Advice for stubborn candle wax stains on your wooden table
If candle wax stains have penetrated too deeply into your wooden table and cannot be completely removed with the Spray Cleaner, then it is time for heavier artillery: the Osmo Intensive Cleaner. If you cannot remove the candle wax, this is often a sign that the protective layer of your wooden table is no longer optimal.
1. Before cleaning, dry clean the surface with a dust cloth or vacuum cleaner.
2. Prepare the cleaning agent. Concentrate: dilute with water 1:10 to 1:20.
3. Apply the cleaner to the surface using the Green pad. Thanks to its coarse and hard structure, this pad ensures optimal cleaning.
4. Remove the loosened dirt and then wipe the surface with a damp cloth.
5. After successful drying, treat the cleaned surface with Osmo Maintenance Oil.
Maintenance after cleaning
After thoroughly cleaning your wooden table, it is essential to restore the protection. Apply Osmo Maintenance Oil to nourish your table and protect it against future (candle wax) stains. This helps preserve the natural beauty of the wood and extends the lifespan of your wooden table.
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